Psychology Has It Backwards Episode 119: Getting To Know Yourself
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Apr 8, 2023 The podcast discusses the power of thoughts and how they shape our perception and happiness. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and shifting negative thinking patterns. The hosts share funny childhood stories and explore the significance of personal responsibility for our own thoughts.
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Knowing Your True Self
- Getting to know yourself means understanding your true, healthy self.
- This goes beyond surface-level self-knowledge and delves into your inherent well-being.
Focus on Health, Not Trauma
- Focusing on problems and trauma creates a negative self-image.
- Shift your focus to your innate health and how your thoughts affect it.
Chris's Therapy Experience
- Chris experienced worsening mental health while undergoing traditional therapy.
- He realized focusing on past negativity created a distorted self-image.